Emily Matchar

10 Things You Need to Know About the Coronavirus Outbreak

Yes, it's serious, and it's time to start taking some practical precautions

You Have (Almost) Nothing to Fear from North Carolina's Shark-Infested Waters

Plus, 5 tips to avoid a close encounter

Have Injury, Will Travel

With medical costs exploding, young adventurers are opting to go under the knife overseas. Is the risk worth it?

Headed around the world for some cheaper medical care? Follow these rules

Boom Times

Meet the preppers, a rattled, robust survivalist movement whose members just hate being called survivalists. Emily Matchar investigates the 21st century's wildest new apocalyptic scene.

Disappearing Act

Ah, Mexico. Land of hot sand, cheap beer, and a foolproof cure for seasonal affective disorder: endless adventure.

By 2010, Denver-based Jet Pack International hopes to release the first commercially available jet pack. The forthcoming T-73 model is already five years and 100 pairs of burned shoes in the making.